Jeans Styles

"Denim Jeans Terminology"

This is a reference page on the different popular and common jeans styles. With this knowledge of styles and an understanding of your body shape you'll cut your hunt for the perfect denim jeans in half!

It takes a lot of trials and tribulations when it comes to discovering the perfect jeans style for your body figure and personal style. Oh, I remember those days when low rise was hot (ot so anymore unless you want to display your butt crack in public) and high waists was a 'mom-thing'. But after many, many years of experimenting with fashion, I've learned that it all comes down to how you wear it and what looks good on your body type!

PS: This reference only covers the basics of the jeans styles.

Womens Jeans Rise Cut

Ultra Low Rise (Brazilian)

Sits very low on your hips, 3-5 inch below your belly button. Not to be worn unless you are a rock star, have toned abs or just
really want to show off your butt crack.

Low Rise

Sits low on your waist, 2-3 inch below your belly button. A popular choice
when you want to create a visually longer waist. Many women choose low-rise because it sits comfortably on their hips.

However there is a chance that your butt crack will peek whenever you bend. It's the worst cut if you love handles. But works well on gals with a short rise.

Mid Rise (Regular)

Sits just a couple of inches below your belly button. A good choice if you have fleshy or wide hips. Lower rises will only create extra
love handles on your shape, pushing up any amount of fat you have - while a mid-rise holds on to them and tucks them.

High Rise

Fits at your natural waistline. Looks great with a tucked-in blouse.
If you have a thick or short waist, add a skinny belt to define
your waist and pick high waist jeans in dark wash and pair them up with a dark top as well for a lean upper body.

Jeans Leg Cut

Have in mind that we're after the longest vertical line on your shape, so choose a cut that streamlines your body frame. An exception would be if you're tall/skinny and want to shorten your height and/or add some meat to your body figure!

It has a tight fit around your butt but slightly loose and relaxed at the leg. Their loose, baggy cut makes them look
like you took them straight out of your boyfriend's wardrobe. Looks good on thicker legs and thighs and not mention if you want a laid-back look.

Straight/Cigarette Jeans Popular

The legs are straight and narrow, and doesn't go wide at the calves or ankles. If you're a bit hesitant of skinnies but
still want to wear a pair of jeans that fit snugly on your body, these will do good. They're particularly a good option for curvy gals who don't want to go completely out there with skinnys - the straight leg cut balances out the hips.

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Boot Cut Jeans Popular

Sit loose through the leg and wide at the leg opening. This cut look good on all body shapes because
it streamlines your body frame, making it look long and lean.

However, it may not be the best option if you're average built (not skinny nor plus size) Petite - because the slightly wide leg opening tends to swallow up your body frame. See how it works for you - if it overpowers your silohuette then opt for straight leg.

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Flare Jeans Sexydelic!

Feature a wide, flared opening from your knees and down.

For a chic 70's look, pair them up with a fitted turtleneck sweater.

If you're Petite and/r have short legs, make sure that the leg sits snugly around your thighs.

Capri Jeans Perfect for summer

Hemline is just below your knee - often right above or on the calf.

If you're petite and/or have short legs, pay special attention to how this length looks on you - as hemlines that fall right on the widest part of
your legs (calves) make the legs look stubby and can overpower your short body figure.